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Flying cars may not be as far off as you think.

This Is What Flying Car Ports Should Look Like It might be years before flying cars take to the skies, but designers and engineers are already testing the infrastructure they’ll need to operate.

Planning for the future means getting a correct estimate of how much to save monthly. Use this calculator to get started.

Retirement Savings Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire? | Kiplinger Our exclusive Retirement Savings Calculator will help you estimate the future value of your retirement savings and determine how much more you need to save each month to reach your retirement goal.

Healthy sleep quality impacts every facet of your day. Learn more on how to get more of it.

6 Tips To Help You Improve The Quality Of Your Sleep There are things you can do to improve the quality of your sleep. Here are six tips to help get you started. Sweet dreams.

What is a flash drought?

‘Flash Droughts’ Are the Midwest’s Next Big Climate Threat New research shows that dry weather is coming on more quickly than before, with little advance warning. It could devastate farmers.

If you're worried about money, you're not alone: a recent study shows that 40% of Americans say money is impacting their mental health in a negative way.

Americans are more stressed about money than ever, and it's hurting our mental health Americans are more stressed about money than they've ever been, according to the American Psychological Association's latest Stress In America Survey.

Did you know there was a difference between night running and day running?

Why Running at Night Feels Harder How well you can see your surroundings matters, but subtle gait changes also burn more energy

Are you getting close to celebrating your 65th birthday? If yes, then it’s time to begin researching your Medicare options! Visit our blog to learn the information you need know about Medicare Supplement insurance!

Medicare Supplement Insurance Q & A - Bankers Life Blog Are you nearing your 65th birthday? Check out this Q & A for the information you need to know about enrolling in Medicare Supplement insurance.

If you ever feel like your internet is lagging, there's a way to know for sure.

Slow Internet? Here’s How to Run a Wi-Fi Speed Check Diagnose connectivity issues on your computer, smartphone, or game console.

The secret of their success? Dividends.

My parents' retired friends live luxuriously thanks to a smart investment move, and I'm planning to follow their lead Dividend-paying stocks are one way to finance your retirement, especially if you keep reinvesting your dividends while you're still working.

Studies show that having pets can help decrease stress levels but it's important to find other ways to handle stress, too.

The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Health Is To Get A Dog- Is It True? If you get a dog could this be the best thing you can do for your health? This article looks at the mental health benefits of owning a dog.

Gone but not forgotten. Today, Bankers Life pauses to reflect on the services and sacrifices of our military personal. We honor those who gave their lives for our freedom.

What does a longer genetic code look like and what are the implications?

Life With Longer Genetic Codes Seems Possible — but Less Likely | Quanta Magazine Life could use a more expansive genetic code in theory, but new work shows that improving on three-letter codons would be a challenge.

Tip #1: Find out what your money type is.

Changing Financial Priorities? Here’s How To Adjust Your Life + Budget Since the pandemic, many of us transitioned into a new job, bought a new home, turned a hobby into a full-time job or were otherwise forced to pivot in

One approach tackles the challenges of being well funded enough to deal with an impending pandemic.

Can Anyone Out-Plan a Pandemic? Bill Gates has a strategy to save the world from the next infectious threat. He’s not the first.

When a loved one dies, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with grief. Get things in order by using this checklist of tasks to complete.

Checklist: What to Do When A Loved One Dies - Bankers Life Blog When a loved one dies, you might feel overwhelmed with grief. It can be extremely difficult to keep up with everything that needs to be done to get things Getting things in order when a loved one dies is a tough job. Use this checklist of what to do when someone dies to help sort everything out.

May is and the perfect time to explore four ways to tell if you or someone you love might need help along with resources. https://hearsay.social/3G77gDW

Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Know (and Help) When It's Just Too Much - Bankers Life Blog There’s a famous quote attributed to several people (including the late comedian Robin Williams) that goes something along the lines of: Be kind, for May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the perfect time to explore four ways to tell if you or someone you love might need help along with resourc...

Did you see that, our parent company, CNO Financial Group, was named among America's Best Employers by Forbes magazine? CNO earned the accolade in the Mid-size Employer category, which recognizes companies with 1,000 to 5,000 employees. Want to work for an employer-of-choice, too? Join me at Bankers Life!

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The water schematic can help researchers map where water is going.

A Vast Underground Water System Helps Drive Antarctica’s Glaciers Scientists have finally found Antarctica’s missing groundwater, which will help them predict ice flows on the continent.

Having an emergency fund is crucial in uncertain times. What are things you do to help you save money for your fund?

2 in 5 workers say they have enough money to live without a job for at least 6 months, survey finds Many young workers are returning home and dipping into savings while unemployed

Who knew coffee was so versatile?

Waste Not, Want Not - Use Your Leftover Coffee Grounds To Beautify Your Body And Garden Do you normally throw away your leftover coffee grounds after you’ve made a delicious cup of coffee? Here's how you can use them...

Stroke is a leading cause of death and serious disability nationwide and around the world—but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how you can help prevent and treat stroke with tools from the CDC: https://hearsay.social/3wz8EuR

Aging in place. Is this the right choice for you? Learn more here:

Aging in Place: Living Comfortably at Home - Bankers Life Blog As you plan for your retirement, you should consider where you want to live and how much support you may need to be as independent as possible as you grow Many retirees would prefer to live at home, yet they aren’t sure how to make aging in place a reality. These tips will help you to get started!

For 20 years, Bankers Life has been spreading the seeds of hope to raise awareness and funds for a future without Alzheimer’s. Support this year’s campaign online. Learn more here:

CNO Financial Group and Bankers Life Support Alzheimer's Association With $424,000 through 19th Annual Fundraising Campaign CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) and Bankers Life announced today a contribution of $424,000 to the Alzheimer's Association this year for Alzheimer care, education, and research programs....

What exactly are nanoparticles and how can they advance cancer research?

Researchers are experimenting with new ways to design tiny particle treatments for cancer Nanoparticles are the future of medicine.

Having a holistic approach to your financial future can help you organize your accounts and goals.

Do You Have a Retirement Plan, or Just a Bunch of Uncoordinated Accounts? | Kiplinger There’s a difference between having a portfolio of investments, savings and other assets and understanding why you have them and what purpose they are serving in your overall retirement plan.

Finding out what our personal roadblocks are to fitness can help us find a way to move forward.

What’s Holding You Back From Achieving Your Fitness Goals? It’s vital you implement some changes to finally unlock your potential. Here’s where you should look to achieve your fitness goals.

Annuities: Valuable investment vehicles during your retirement. Learn when one is right for you at our blog here:

Annuities: When is One Right for You? - Bankers Life Blog What is an annuity? Annuity is a general term for a group of insurance products that pay income over time after you contribute a lump sum or periodic For many people, annuities can remove the stress and worry of retirement by providing a safety net of guaranteed income. Is an annuity right for you?